Hnad Made Copper Alloy with Gold Gilded and Hand Painted Face 15.5" Hayagriva Statue

Hayagriva Statue

 Hayagriva – The Horse – Necked One

Hayagriva is a wrathful manifestation of Avalokiteshvara, Lord of Compassion. The Hayagriva teachings were first brought to Tibet by Guru Padmasambhava. Meditation on Hayagriva has the special ability to cure diseases, especially skin diseases such as leprosy. He is magnificently wrathful and can be easily recognized by his symbol of the horse. A small horse head appears surmounted above his main head, and he is known as the "Horse Necked One." His horse head neighs very loudly and the sound is said to pierce and destroy all delusion, especially appearances of inherent existence created by the self-grasping ego. According to legend, Tibetan horse traders would invoke Hayagriva for protection because the sound of his neighing terrifies and drives away all demons and evil spirits.

Gestures and Attributes

Here Hayagriva is depicted with three faces, six arms and four legs. He holds his consort Krodhishvari in a passionate embrace. Their blissful union represents the perfect balance of wisdom and compassion. They tread upon dark human figures, representing demons and obstacles. They both hold skull bowls brimming with the blood of the four maras, symbolizing their enlightened wisdom and victory over the forces of death. Their crowns adorned with human skulls indicate their purification of the five aggregates, and Krodishvari's long necklace of skulls indicates her purification of the inner winds.

Hayagriva's main right-hand holds a vibrantly-colored lotus blossom, a reminder of his aspect as Avalokiteshvara and his pure nature of compassion. His other hands hold implements and weapons symbolizing his indestructibility and his special power to conquer demons and obstacles. He wears an elephant skin across his back, showing that he has abandoned the ignorance of self-grasping. A human skin is hung diagonally across the front of his body, indicating his conquest of the self-cherishing ego. His loin cloth is made of tiger skin, symbolizing his abandonment of hatred, and he wears a long necklace of freshly severed human heads, representing his abandonment of ordinary appearances and conceptions.

 He stands courageously in the warrior's pose, with one leg bent and the other extended, his magnificent wings rising above his back. His consort's right leg is extended along his, while her left leg is wrapped around his waist. They are surrounded by a blazing fire of exalted wisdom, symbolizing their terrific power and fierce determination to destroy all delusions and negative forces.

About this Sculpture

This exceptional sculpture depicts Hayagriva with his consort in a profoundly wrathful yet majestic form, embodying divine power and protection. Expertly cast from copper alloy using the revered Lost Wax Method, the statue is adorned with radiant 24-karat gold gilding and features delicately hand-painted faces, adding a lifelike expression to this sacred piece.

The artisans have masterfully captured the intricate details of Hayagriva, including his attributes and dynamic embrace of his consort, with every element meticulously hand-carved. The fine gold gilding, paired with the vividly painted faces, enhances the statue's beauty while preserving the Buddhist aesthetic and spiritual essence of the deity.

Individually handcrafted in Patan, Nepal, this masterpiece is the creation of master artisans from the renowned Shakya clan. These craftsmen celebrated as among the best in the world, carry forward a centuries-old legacy of sacred artistry, creating exquisite works for temples and monasteries. Their unmatched expertise in metalworking has been passed down through generations, preserving the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of Nepal.

This sculpture is a testament to timeless craftsmanship and devotion, a stunning representation of Hayagriva and his consort that blends intricate artistry with profound spiritual significance.